Southern Indian Rice and Seafood Soup

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 18
Southern Indian Rice and Seafood Soup bursting with flavors
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 tablespoons vegetables ( can even use coconut oil ) or 5 tablespoons sunflower oil ( can even use coconut oil )
1 -2 tablespoon brown mustard seeds ( depending on how much you like )
fresh curry leaf , picked off the stalks
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons turmeric
3 red chilies , deseeded and finely sliced
2 pieces fresh ginger , peeled and grated
6 garlic cloves , peeled and finely chopped
2 onions , peeled and finely chopped
basmati rice
2 1/2 cups water
22 ounces fish , skinned , filleted and cut into 2-3 inch chunks
2 cans coconut milk
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 limes , juice of
fresh cilantro , roughly chopped , divided
3 tablespoons freshly grated coconut ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
467
Sugar
2g
Fat
25g
This delicious Southern Indian Rice and Seafood Soup is an explosion of flavors in one bowl. This soup provides a combination of seafood and rice with spices that are famous in Southern India for their vibrant taste and distinct aromas. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner as well as a special occasion. It is filling, satisfying, and will warm you up on chilly evenings.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat before adding the mustard seeds and curry leaf. Fry for a minute until the seeds start to pop before adding the cumin seeds, garam masala, chili powder, turmeric, chilies, ginger, garlic, and onions. Fry for 5-7 minutes to ensure the onion is cooked before adding the rice and the water.
2.Cook the rice for 15-20 minutes before adding the fish chunks, coconut milk, salt and black pepper. Allow the soup to simmer for a further 10 minutes or until the fish is cooked through. Stir in the juice of the limes, fresh cilantro, and freshly grated coconut if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is packed with healthy ingredients like fresh ginger, garlic, onions, and a variety of spices.
The seafood also provides a rich source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

This soup is perfect for a cold or rainy day and can be prepared in under an hour.

CONS

This recipe contains a significant amount of coconut milk, which may be high in saturated fat if consumed in large amounts.
It is recommended to enjoy this dish in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is rich in ginger, garlic and onions, which all help to boost the immune system and fight inflammation. The seafood also offers health benefits, including a rich source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health and brain function. The spices used in this dish, including cumin, turmeric and garam masala, have been linked to reduced inflammation, improved digestion and immune system support.

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